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Contentious trusts and probate

Mills & Reeve LLP

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The Norwich and Cambridge offices play key roles in the estate, trust and will disputes group at Mills & Reeve LLP, which has national scope, drawing together the firm’s strong private client offering and the expertise across estate, trust and will disputes. The ‘vastly experienced’ David Catchpole co-leads the team from Norwich, alongside Cambridge-based Lucinda Brown, ’a great advocate for her clients’. Both are highly regarded in the region and among the top practitioners in this area. They are supported by a pool of disputes experts, including Beth Price, who is particularly noted for owner-managed business matters, and James Russ, who assists with the full range of work.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘This team is very experienced at fighting and/or settling difficult cases. This experience enables them to reassure clients and to forecast (with reasonable accuracy) the progress of a case.’

  • ‘David Catchpole and James Russ are both very practical, commercial and have excellent client focus. They work quickly but are extremely thorough.’

  • ‘I am consistently impressed by the quality, intelligence and knowledge of fee-earners and the courteous, professional and civilised manner in which even highly contentious matters are conducted. Highly recommended.’

  • ‘Consistent quality across the board and some exceptional experience. People tend to stay with the firm which is a good sign.’

  • 'Although a regional firm, they represent clients across the country.’
  • 'David Catchpole is vastly experienced - he has seen it all, and has built up not only an in-depth understanding of this area but also built long relationships with other key practitioners, easing the path of litigation against them.'

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Lucinda Brown
David Catchpole

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

James Russ

Practice head

David Catchpole; Lucinda Brown

Other key lawyers

Beth Price; James Russ